Houston Broadway Theatre
Houston, TX
US

DESCRIPTION

General Manager (for Summer Season)

HBT Summer Season – Houston, TX (Hybrid / Mostly Virtual)

Houston Broadway Theatre is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee the 2026 summer season, consisting of two union productions in Houston, TX. This role is primarily remote during pre-production, with some required in-person availability in Houston for the start of rehearsals and throughout tech, previews, and opening for each production. A single advance site visit may also be required.

This position requires a senior-level GM with strong union, financial, and production leadership experience who can represent the organization with authority and autonomy.

Houston Broadway Theatre is a not-for-profit theatre company based in Houston, TX. It produces 1-2 musicals yearly in the summer in Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities

Financial, Ticketing & Administrative Leadership

• Draft, manage, and maintain production budgets.

• Collaborate closely with the Producer to ensure all financial goals, timelines, and reporting requirements are met.

• Lead reconciliation processes with accountants and oversee financial reporting and production finances.

• Manage payroll, reimbursements, contractor payments, and production expenses.

• Build and oversee ticketing structures and pricing strategies in coordination with the Producer.

• Liaise directly with venue box offices to implement ticketing plans, resolve issues, and align on sales operations.

Union & Contract Negotiations

• Lead negotiations with all applicable unions for production contracts.

• Read, interpret, and ensure compliance with union agreements throughout the rehearsal, performance, and closing periods.

• Serve as the primary liaison with union representatives, addressing issues proactively and diplomatically.

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for artists, staff, designers, and vendors.

Staffing, Coordination & Production Leadership

• Source and secure remaining production and design staff as needed.

• Coordinate across all departments—including production, creative, finance, marketing, and venue operations—to ensure smooth and efficient production operations.

• Serve as the lead representative and face of the production on behalf of the Producer and organization.

• Attend and lead production meetings during tech and previews.

• Problem-solve on the ground during in-person periods, particularly during tech, previews, and opening.

• When working remotely, liaise closely with the Company Manager and/or Associate GM on site to maintain continuity and oversight.

Required Experience

• Prior experience as General Manager on a Broadway production, Equity National Tour, or multiple high-level regional union productions.

• Direct experience leading negotiations and working across major theatrical unions, including: AEA, IATSE, TWU, AFM, USA, SDC

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets, lead multi-departmental teams, and operate independently in union environments.

Season Overview & Key Dates

Production 1

• May 19: First Rehearsal

• June 7: Designer Run

• June 8: Load-in / Tech

• June 16: First Preview

• June 19: Opening

• July 5: Closing

• July 6: Load-out

Production 2

• June 30: First Rehearsal

• July 19: Designer Run

• July 20: Load-in / Tech

• July 28: First Preview

• July 31: Opening

• August 16: Closing

• August 17: Load-out

Compensation

• $30,000 flat fee for the full summer season

SALARY

$30,000.00 – $30,000.00 per gig

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